LexisNexis Questions & Answers: Criminal Law for Common Law States, 2nd edition

Assists students to consolidate their knowledge LexisNexis Questions and Answers - Criminal Law for Common Law States is designed to facilitate both continuous review and preparation for examinations. This book provides an understanding of criminal law for the common law states and gives a clear and systematic approach to analysing and answering problem and exam questions.

Each chapter commences with a summary of the relevant cases and identification of the key issues. Each question is followed by a suggested answer plan, a sample answer and comments on how the answer might be assessed by an examiner. The authors also offer advice on common errors to avoid and practical hints and tips on how to achieve higher marks.

LexisNexis Questions and Answers - Criminal Law for Common Law States covers:

• Murder and Involuntary Manslaughter
• Voluntary Manslaughter and Defences
• Assaults and Sexual Assault
• Property Offences
• Drugs, Public Order Offences and Police Powers
• Sentencing
• Pleas in Mitigation
• Written Submissions

Features:

• Summary of relevant cases and key issues in each chapter
• Questions with answer guide, examiners comments and common errors to avoid